2000 Ls400 Power Steering

[gdiodati]

I am the original owner of a 2000 LS400. Recently the power steering system started leaking through what the mechanic says is the High pressure power steering hose. I nearly fell over when he said it is a dealer only part at $400.00, plus labor. Does anyone have a line on buying this OEM? I can do basic mechanical work, I don't think this would be difficult to change. Any help is appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

[curiousB]

try www.parts.com

[dasha1]

try www.parts.com

It looks like it's Part Number: 4441050060

Steering gear and linkage, Pump and hoses, Pressure hose, Pressure hose - 1998-00

See http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/index.cfm?action=getPartLocator&chapter=&year=2000&makeid=20&model=LS%20400

[turboomni]

try www.parts.com

www.rockauto.com will have some stuff for you also

[RDM]

An aftermarket hose will be a lot cheaper and should have a good warranty with it, as far as replacing it's pretty easy to do since it runs underneath the engine.

[SRK]

Take the entire assembly off the car and go to a good Aeroquip or industrial hydraulic shop - that provides hoses for bulldozers and such. They'll crimp a new hose onto the existing fittings for probably less than $50.00 and you'll be good to go.

[gdiodati]

Thanks for all your responses. I appreciate the assistance.

Greg

[gdiodati]

Great Idea, thanks for your suggestion.

Take the entire assembly off the car and go to a good Aeroquip or industrial hydraulic shop - that provides hoses for bulldozers and such. They'll crimp a new hose onto the existing fittings for probably less than $50.00 and you'll be good to go.